We want Íæż½ã½ã's students to understand and develop personal financial management skills that contribute to purposeful life-long learning. To that end, we provide comprehensive information and resources designed to teach students the life skills of personal finance and money management.
Office Hours
Office hours are Monday - Thursday from 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. We are closed on Fridays. Email us at moneymentors@stkate.edu for assistance.
Money Doesn't Grow on Trees Speaker Series - Spring 2025
In addition to personal financial counseling, we offer presentations and workshops that address financial topics relevant to students. This programming is made possible through the efforts of the peer money mentors, the wonderful guest speakers, and gift monies from outside resources. Extra bonus - refreshments, gift cards, or other prize perks are offered at all events!
Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday, Feb. 11-13, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
CdC 2nd Floor Atrium Tables
Learn if you qualify for a tax refund. Most importantly, find out where to file for free and get back the money that's due to you! Twizzlers, other candy, stickers and more for all who chat with us.
Tuesday, Feb. 18, 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Zoom - https://stkate.zoom.us/j/95181237580
College is both financially challenging and a wonderful time of personal growth. We'll share ideas about managing costs, while also making the most of these years growing as a person.
Wednesday, Mar. 5, 1:30 - 2:45 p.m.
President's Dining Room - CdC 3rd Floor, East End
It's important to understand the basics of the American income tax system so you can strategize and minimize the financial impact of taxes throughout your life. Join us for this easy-to-digest session.
Thursday, Mar. 20, 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Zoom - https://stkate.zoom.us/j/91068946508
A panel of young professionals will share their journeys about finding full-time jobs, affordable housing, paying on student loans, choosing healthcare benefits, and more! Use what they've learned to be financially prepared for life after graduation!
Tuesday, Apr. 8, Noon - 1 p.m.
Zoom - https://stkate.zoom.us/j/95053989404
Transparency about finances leads to stronger, less stressful relationships. LSS Financial Counseling will teach you how to engage in conversations about money with family, partners, friends, and even yourself!
Wednesday, Apr. 16, 1:30 - 2:45 p.m.
President's Dining Room - CdC 3rd Floor, East End
Discover how federal loans work, learn about loan forgiveness, know what is expected of you upon graduation, review how repayment might look, and be aware of recent changes.
GradReady
The more you know, the less you'll owe. Learn online about managing your tuition, budget and bills.
Log in at using your Íæż½ã½ã's email address. Then, watch videos, take quizzes, read articles, and use their tools to improve your financial knowledge on a myriad of topics, such as paying for school, buying a car, creating a budget, building credit, housing, and much more!
Peer Financial Counseling
Íæż½ã½ã's peer money mentors are students specially trained in money matters by Lutheran Social Service Financial Counseling and Debt Management, Synchrony Financial, and various Íæż½ã½ã's departments.
The peer money mentors help with
- putting together a budget
- finding scholarships
- tracking government loans
- free tax preparation resources
- understanding and building credit
- identity theft and fraud protection
- saving strategies
- managing debt and debt stress
Get their help by
- visiting them whenever the lights are on and someone is in CdC 211
- setting up an appointment through email or by calling 651-690-6815
- attending one of their Money Doesn't Grow on Trees events or programs put on with groups around campus
- requesting they present on a money management topic at your club, for your residence hall floor, in the classroom, at a senate meeting or other occasion (give at least two weeks' notice)
Educational Loan and Scholarship Resources
Take advantage of these online resources for managing your finances.
Professional Financial Counseling
If you or your family are experiencing complicated budgeting, debt and financial issues, have been the victims of identity theft, or you prefer to work with an outside professional rather than a peer, contact Lutheran Social Services (LSS) Financial Counseling of Minnesota. As a Katie, you are eligible for six free and confidential appointments through a grant with our office. To schedule a time call 1-888-577-2227 and tell the scheduler that you're a Íæż½ã½ã student looking for an appointment with counselor Mei Lin .
If you earn less than $35,000 as an individual or $65,000 as a family and you would like ongoing free off-campus financial coaching, consider .